Wallace River to close to fishing

September 13, 2017

Action: Close the Wallace River from the mouth to Wallace Falls to all fishing.

Effective dates: Sept. 16 through Nov. 30, 2017

Species affected: All fish species.

Location: The Wallace River from the mouth upstream to Wallace Falls.

Reason for action: Currently the Wallace River is experiencing very low flows and salmon are not moving upstream into the hatchery.

Additional Information: Once conditions improve and chinook and coho hatchery broodstock goals are assured the river may reopen to fishing.

Information contact: WDFW Region 4 Mill Creek Office, (425) 775-1311

Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on definitions and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

Request this information in an alternative format or language at wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation, 833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.